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Ascot Asks: Johnny Murtagh

We caught up with Johnny Murtagh to reflect on a career that has taken him from an unlikely introduction into racing to becoming one of the most successful jockeys of his generation, and now an accomplished trainer.

Bet with Ascot – Charity Donation Boxes

At our Royal Ascot Trials day on Friday May 1st we were pleased to announce the 2025/6 Jumps season winners of our Bet with Ascot (BWA) donation box scheme.

Erin O'Connor on colour, craft and the enduring magic of Royal Ascot

An exclusive Royal Ascot Handbook interview with Erin O’Connor on what style means to her.

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Friday Raceday - Racing Roundup

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Victoria Cup Raceday - Racing Preview

Saturday’s Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Victoria Cup Raceday features plenty of interesting and competitive contests with the feature attracting a full field of 29, as Ascot hosts its final raceday before the Royal Meeting. 

Timeless traditions of Ascot Racecourse

Some of the traditions that continue to define the Royal Meeting today.

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Friday Raceday - Racing Preview

Friday’s seven-race card at Ascot will feature plenty of exciting and informative contests, potentially offering up clues to the Royal Meeting in June.

Bow Echo and Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum’s ongoing influence at Royal Ascot

Paying tribute to Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum who died in December 2025. His silks were carried to success at Royal Ascot and elsewhere by some of the best horses of the last 30 years – the majority related to two remarkable mares.

Celebrating Young Design Talent at Royal Ascot 2026

We are delighted to reveal the winner of the Royal Ascot Fashion Design Competition 2026, selected by Daniel Fletcher, Creative Director of the Royal Ascot Handbook, alongside three highly commended entries.